Current through Register Vol. 49, No. 29, 2025
Part 4658.0665 - DISHES AND UTENSILS REQUIREMENTS The requirements in items A to E apply to the use of dishes and utensils.
A. Only dishes and utensils with the original smooth finishes may be used. Cracked, chipped, scratched, or permanently stained dishes, cups, or glasses or damaged, corroded, or open seamed utensils or cookware must not be used. All tableware and cooking utensils must be kept in closed storage compartments.B. Accessories for food appliances must be provided with protective covers unless in enclosed storage.C. Enclosed lowerators for dishes are acceptable.D. Clean spoons, knives, and forks must be touched only by their handles. Clean cups, glasses, bowls, plates, and similar items must be handled without contact with inside surfaces or surfaces that contact the user's mouth.E. Dishes or plate settings must not be set out on the tables more than two hours before serving time.Minn. R. agency 144, ch. 4658, DIETARY SERVICE, pt. 4658.0665
Statutory Authority: MS s 144A.04; 144A.08; 256B.431